"This is a great band…beauty, humor, unstoppable grooves and swing."Chicago Jazz Festival, JazzTimes

"Bennie Wallace and His Orchestra will be remembered as the most entertaining and powerful jazz ensemble in the annals of the Dresden Opera House jazz series and will be on the minds of those who attended for a very long time."DownBeat Magazine

Louis Armstrong was adored by children the world over. Trumpet player Bria Skonberg presents a children’s program and concert for kids of all ages. Doors will open at 1:45. Approximately 45 minutes long.

September 24, 2011 - St. Bede’s Chapel 270 Lake Avenue, Greenwich, Connecticut - Kenny Barron, Piano 2010 National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Masters Award recipient. The most lyrical pianist in jazz today, a true virtuoso. Peter Washington, Bass Member of the Tommy Flanagan Trio, called by many the “greatest trio in jazz.” The leading bassist of his generation. Herlin Riley, Drums New Orleans master drummer and a BackCountry Jazz favorite. Bennie Wallace, Tenor Saxophone “This is a rare opportunity to hear these three great musicians play together, and a thrill for me to play with them. I hope you’ll join us.” - Bennie Wallace

January 30, 2011 - Ignacio Berro workshop and masterclass for Greenwich High School students and community at the Greenwich Library.